What can an in-home nurse do? He or she can help with shots, wound care, IVs, surgery aftercare, and generally monitor your loved one’s health concerns. They’re simple things, really, and can easily be done by a nurse in your own home.
It has been found that more than 30% of cancers could be prevented by avoiding alcohol and tobacco, being physically active, and having a healthy diet.
The term “private duty” refers to non-medical services that are being provided to an elderly client at home. Such services may include meal preparation, housekeeping, and other daily activities.
So awesome! Happy birthday Dorothy
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September 19 at 3:52 PM ·
Sweet Celebration
Join us in wishing a very special birthday to the oldest living Marine, Dorothy (Schmidt) Cole, as she turns 107 today!
Have a beautiful Saturday <3
If your loved one resides in an assisted living facility, we can work with you to provide services complementary to what they already receive. This extra care can make a great difference in the quality of life, especially if he or she has mobility issues.
Here's a great resource for those considering different LTC options. Thanks to our friends at the Area Agency on Aging of West Michigan for their work on the Family Caregiver University. This looks like a great two part series. Registration is required.
Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan
October 7 at 2:09 PM ·
As you age your needs change, yet finding support can sometimes be overwhelming. Join us for a two-part Family Caregiver University series where we’ll walk you through community resources, from in-home options to maintain independence to long term care options. Carly Whetstone provides further details in the video below!
One of the main benefits that home health care offers to the elderly is independence to enjoy life in their own home where they feel the safest and happiest.
Would you take a moment to give us a review on Google? We want more people to know about our passion for care for West Michigan seniors! Thanks in advance <3
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Loneliness is a challenge many older people struggle with. A Leaves care companion can help not only with tasks around the house but also with just someone to laugh and talk with, someone to share stories with and help bear the burdens of life. You can help too! Do you have an elderly neighbor? Stop in a say hello, check in and make sure they're doing well!
Post your pic with our Scare Giver in #grandvillemichigan this month and include our #leavespersonalcare hashtag and we'll choose a random winner November 1st to win a Starbucks gift card
Senior care of any type is something we’d rather not consider, but you can make the difficult decision of how to handle the inevitable challenges of aging easier by knowing all that you can. A great in-home care agency can actually be a great option to keep you in your home for as long as possible.
There are several benefits to in-home health care for seniors (versus care in a facility). Not only are there cost savings involved, but also increased feelings of independence and dignity, and an overall increase in quality of life. Find out Leaves can help you remain independent today.
Providing non-medical home health care is more than just a financial consideration. It allows the person to maintain a degree of control over his or her life and freedom, reduces the stress levels of all involved, and provides much needed companionship.
Leaves treats each individual uniquely. We can create a program of support specifically designed for your loved one. There is no pre-planned program; instead, we make an assessment and offer only the services that your loved one needs to remain at home.
When someone is suffering from an illness or nearing the end-of-life stage, encourage them to talk about their life. Ask them to share how they met their spouse. This will help take their mind off the current situation and you might be amazed at the stories they want to share.
Home care is both effective and economical. Genworth.com estimates home care to cost about half the cost of nursing home placement. Home care can help ease the financial burden of healthcare for your family.
Learning from Sallie Prins and Karen Pakkala COAKC Monthly Meeting - thankful for the great programming from the board of the Council of Aging.
According to a study by the U.S. General Accounting Office, people receiving home health care tend to live longer and have a better quality of life than those in health care institutions.
A nice quote by Kate Winslet: “I'm baffled that anyone might not think women get more beautiful as they get older. Confidence comes with age, and looking beautiful comes from the confidence someone has in themselves.”
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Thankful Thursday #joy
November is National Native American Heritage Month. Did you know there are 12 federally acknowledged sovereign tribes in Michigan? Do you have Native American ancestry in your family line?
People with a disability, who are employed, should ask for reasonable accommodations in order to be productive at his or her job. We work with our clients as well as the local businesses to ensure that this addressed when necessary in an open dialog between employee and employer.
We are pleased to announce that we have won the Provider of Choice and the Employer of Choice Award from Home Care Pulse - the industry’s leading firm in satisfaction research and quality assurance across North America. It is our honor to serve our local community with the best care and the best caregivers -without whom this award would not be possible. Our team goes above and beyond to make sure our clients receive amazing care. Our company is growing so if you know anyone looking for assistance or someone who wants to join our team, give us a call. We would love to speak with you. Call us at 616-575-8519. Visit our Website at http://leavespersonalcare.com/
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Grateful for Tony Bennett opening up and sharing his struggle so that millions of other Americans living with Alzheimer's know they are not alone.
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Music helping Tony Bennett battle Alzheimer’s disease
Can I get an 'amen'?
Happy Friday anyway!
Do you worry that a parent or other elderly loved one isn’t taking medication on a regular basis or may not be eating properly? Ask about our Guardian Medical medications dispensers to help your loved one remain safely at home.
Today would have been Etta James 83rd birthday. The incomparable blues vocalist died in 2012. Do you have a favorite blues singer?
Let’s talk about how bringing in an overnight caregiver can ensure that you get the proper rest necessary to continue your daytime caregiving responsibilities. We're here for you. #leavespersonalcare
